Summary - Thornes Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 WF1 5RR
1 bed 1 bath Heavy Industrial
Large flexible site with immediate vacant possession ideal for investors.
Vacant freehold industrial complex — 53,959 sq ft on 1.89 acres
Multiple vehicular entrances and full‑length roller shutters for flexibility
High eaves to 7.9m, overhead gantry cranes and concrete screed floors
Two separate office/welfare blocks included with the accommodation
Secure external yard areas suitable for loading and storage
Well connected: 1.5 miles to Wakefield centre, easy M1 and A636 access
Buildings of varying ages; selective refurbishment likely required
Located in a deprived area with higher local crime — factor security costs
This freehold industrial complex on Thornes Lane offers a large, flexible footprint in a well-known Wakefield trading location. The site extends to 53,959 sq ft across a 1.89‑acre plot and is offered with vacant possession, making it suitable for immediate occupational use, sub-division or redevelopment for multiple occupiers.
Buildings are predominantly steel portal frame with generous eaves up to 7.9 metres, multiple roller shutter entrances and secure external yards. Fit‑outs include overhead gantry cranes, ceiling-mounted heating, screed concrete floors and two separate office/welfare blocks — assets that reduce immediate capital expenditure for continuing industrial use.
Logistically the property is strong: Thornes Lane links directly to the A636 and nearby M1 junctions, while Wakefield city centre and mainline rail services are within 1.5 miles. The estate is already established with trade occupiers nearby, supporting supply chain and customer access.
Buyers should note clear negatives alongside the upside. The complex comprises buildings of varying ages and will require ongoing maintenance and selective refurbishment to modernise some areas. The location sits within a deprived area with higher local crime levels, which may affect security costs and tenant mix. These factors should be budgeted into acquisition and repositioning plans.
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